Polygraph For The Defense

Polygraph For The Defense by Robert J Ferguson Jr. Published by Charles C Thomas Publisher, Springfield, IL, 1974. 1st Signed Edition. Hardbound. Paper DJ. Size 8vo (up to 9-1/2'' tall). Condition: Fine in Good- DJ. Inscribed by author to original owner inside front cover 1/17/74. 293 Pgs. ISBN 039802877X. LCCN 73-5546. Written for attorneys, judges, polygraphists, jurors and all allied professions, this book sets forth the following: Legally established that polygraph's reliability and validity has been accepted by a major portion of the scientific community; Reveals the pitfalls witch can result from improper direct or cross-examination of a competent polygraphist; Clearly proves that competent polygraphy can save many costly and unnecessary trials; Reveals polygraph's vast role for protection of the innocent; Establishes polygraphy as the most reliable method of determining truth or deception while acting as a formidable foe of unbridled perjury; and Exposes methods for detecting the charlatan claiming to be a polygraph expert. The book concludes by revealing accepted methods and procedures for laying a proper foundation for polygraph's admissibility and establishes the importance of comprehensive legal research before an attempt is made at admissibility. Description text copyright 2006 BooksForComfort. Item ID 11823.…